Don't think there is swing la...upon vp the trees going to be so small...not strong enough for those swings. unless they start planting those big trees now....

Block C is to fullfill local government requirement to build so call low cost house for any development beyond 5 acres of land. Five stones exempted on this since the land is less than 5 acres...

brdb sure la nice and highclass. in fact they are much better than sdb lo. if got time,go visit serai show unit in brdb office, u be amaze and understand how luxury of condo living....

Don't think this is simpan unit to sell high later. In fact SDB trying to clear that off by giving extra 10k discount since it face the low cost apartment which is undesirable view...

So did u end up book any unit? So far in our agreement for block A, the maintainence fees is 25 cent exclude sinking fund.

Just back from wotp sales office, confirm the type 1, 1685 sqft left with 4 units...those who still think better be fast

I was told that scrulptures cost sdb rm1 mil per pair. And landscaping cost around 10 mil

And that 3 big windows cost them 2.7 mil each to build.

I was in sqwhere sales office this morning around 11am. It's already 50% sold. I guess at end of today, it shall sold more than 70%. Problems with Wotp is the remaining units too big and harder for investor to absorb. But no doubt it is one of the most beautifully design , concept in kv. In long run it has good upside potential.

SDB engage CKOA from Singapore for landscaping. Additionally, they have hire Prof Jason Pomeroy also from Singapore as consultant for the green planning and sustainable of WOTP. Heard from SA, SDB now even hire the previous desaparkcity landscaping engineer for wotp. Looks like they are really serious to deliver good job...so many professional to deliver this job. I guess this is first development that have such massive greens...

block C never sell at rm460, its rm 600++

Got, min size 2100 sqft, that is 1.05mil mininum entry price

agree brdb , e&o and sdb are top lifestyle developer. brdb have one menerung , troika, serai and e&o have st. mary, dua residence and sdb have ameera, five stones, wotp.. in fact another top developer are tan&tan.

Branding in Real Estate: How Do You Determine Value?
posted on Aug 26, 2013

LV, Prada, Hermes. A mention of those 3 brands to a relatively fashion-savvy lady on the street and she will be able to tell you enthusiastically about the differences and why they are willing to fork out money for those bags. From signature design to outfit colour and style matching. I personally find it hard to distinguish the above mentioned brands, thus making the task of placing values next to impossible. Obviously the practical element of the bags is not the significant deciding factor of the price tag as they are determined mostly by intangible or perceived values. Same goes to real estate products. Do you know what you are paying for?

For the benefit of those who are in the same position as me: LV bags sells for around RM2,000 for their popular Speedy bag. Prada bags range around RM6,000 and above. Hermes bags comes with a price tag of RM30,000 and it only climbs higher!

Fortunately for us, “Branding” in the context of real estate is easier to comprehend. I have simplified the key concepts of Branding in real estate that determines value in this article to assist my readers in their future endeavour. Be it a purchasing decision for the buying public, or a branding knowledge for the developer.

Product Branding: Differentiation

We start off with the simplest and most basic of a product presentation. This is the very image of the product. Try and recall a particular property product and the very first time you encountered it. Be it in the papers, buntings or sales gallery. The identity of the product is presented to you. As the sales team highlights all of the product’s unique selling point, keep in mind that these are all the points you are paying for. Differentiation of products can come in numerous different angles. To name a few: Building architectural design, uniquely themed townships, lifestyle living, harmonious community.

Example: Selangor Dredging Berhad's “Windows on the Park” @ Cheras South. The developer allocates 4 .2 acres of landscaped parkland out of its 8.9 acres development. Specifically targeting upgrades, the developer focuses on the idea of relaxing three-generations-living.

Locality/Region Branding: Area Affiliation

Location.The magic word in the real estate industry.Values of development lands are determined by its ease to access to commercial centres, recreational facilities and public amenities. Practical considerations aside, I want to point out that even a locality, township or region can be branded and used as a selling point.

Example: BCB’s Concerto project. Where is the project located?If your answer is Segambut, you are not wrong. But we don’t see the project’s location being presented as Segambut. Instead we have “Kiara North”, creating an affiliation to the posh area of Mont’ Kiara. Another example would be UOA’s Bangsar South City. The developments as a whole have been branded as Bangsar South instead of Kerinchi. The best example for a region branding would be Iskandar Malaysia. The branding of Iskandar Malaysia is so strong that often the first question potential buyers pose to the developer is whether the project is withinthe boundaries ofIskandar Malaysia.

Developer/Personal Branding: The Branded Developer

Every real estate product is unique and so is the position of every purchasing individual. There are so many considerations to be taken into account prior to a buying decision. It will be easier if all the noise is silenced and there is only one question to be asked. Who is the developer?A brand name that guarantees all the right qualities in their product.

The Branded developer is well aware that above all kinds of branding, ultimately it is the brand of the developer itself that is of utmost importance. It is invaluable to the developer to have their own followings of repeat purchasers. To do so, he must ensure to provide a high standard of services and products. To mention some examples: High finishing qualities, product delivery on time, initiative to organise functions for the community to get together. In return of peace of mind, the purchasers are willing to pay a much higher price. Beyond their products, they even enhance their image by sponsoring public events and give back to the community.

For the purchasing public, I hope the next time you reach for your cheque book;it becomes clear as to what you are paying for. As for the developers, go for the long haul and enhance your image. Everybody will win.

So which unit in wotp u have vested?

Didn't the Block A - 2100 sqft almost same price as Block B - 1700 sqft?

Not that cheap. I ask SA, he said Block B cheapest is 980k before discount (facing swimming pool) and 940k (facing park).

LH and FH not much difference for highrise. Most likely the building can't last for beyond 100 years.

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Min sizes available is 2100 sqft facing swimming pool and outside , not sure about latest package. As I know earlier their discount already reduce from 10% to 6% and DIBS. With new rules set by BNM, SDB might not be offer that anymore...perhaps u can call the SA and find out.